Jameson

Meaning of Jameson

Means "son of James". James itself comes from the Hebrew name Jacob, which some people believe means "supplanter".

Jameson has Scottish/Irish roots — browse every Scottish/Irish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Jameson

Jameson has cooled off, slipping to #137 in 2025, down from a peak of #77 in 2019.

Notable people named Jameson

• LeBron James
  Professional Basketball Player
• James Cameron
  Film Director and Producer
• James Franco
  Actor and Filmmaker
• James Corden
  Television Host and Comedian
• James Taylor
  Singer-Songwriter

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Questions about the name Jameson

What does the name Jameson mean?

Jameson means means "son of james". james itself comes from the hebrew name jacob, which some people believe means "supplanter", and it comes from Scottish/Irish origins.

Is Jameson a boy's or a girl's name?

Jameson is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Jameson?

In 2025, Jameson ranked #137 for boys, down from #117 the year before.

When was Jameson most popular?

Jameson peaked at #77 in 2019.